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Hyundai recalls 94,622 Genesis and Genesis G80 models for power seat fire risk

Hyundai is recalling certain 2015-2016 Genesis and 2017-2020 Genesis G80 vehicles due to power seat motors that may overheat and cause fire; repairs are pending and notifications start December 7, 2026.

By Drive Edition NewsroomNovember 6, 20261 min read

Genesis G80 · 2017–2020
Genesis Genesis · 2015–2016

94,622 vehicles in the US. Only vehicles in the campaign are affected — your VIN tells you for sure.

Check Your VIN on NHTSA Open — the automaker will notify owners

What to Do

Hyundai will notify owners starting December 7, 2026, and will provide a free repair once the remedy is developed.

1Check if your vehicle is affected by entering your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls starting October 13, 2026.
2Contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 or Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741 for more information.
3Park your vehicle outdoors and away from other vehicles or structures until the repair is performed.
4Wait for the official notification letter from Hyundai or Genesis, expected to be mailed beginning December 7, 2026.

Side view of a dark blue first-generation Genesis G80 sedan parked against a mountain sunset — Photo: Genesis · Source: newsroom.genesis.com

NHTSA Campaign

26V-664

Vehicles Affected

94,622

Report Date

October 9, 2026

What Is the Problem?

The front power seat motors in certain Hyundai Genesis and Genesis G80 vehicles may overheat due to a stuck power seat control switch.

Safety Risk

This overheating can cause a fire, increasing the risk of injury.

Affected Vehicles

Model	Model years	Production range
Genesis G80	2017–2020
Genesis Genesis	2015–2016

Hyundai Motor America is recalling 94,622 vehicles including 2015-2016 Hyundai Genesis and 2017-2020 Genesis G80 models. The issue involves the front power seat motors which may overheat because of a stuck power seat control switch. This overheating can result in a fire while the vehicle is parked or being driven.

What is the risk?

The potential for a fire caused by the overheating seat motor increases the risk of injury to vehicle occupants and others nearby.

What is Hyundai doing to fix the problem?

The remedy for this recall is currently under development.
Owner notification letters will be mailed starting December 7, 2026.
In the meantime, owners are advised to park their vehicles outdoors and away from other vehicles or structures.
Owners can contact Hyundai or Genesis customer service for more information.

Key Takeaways

• 94,622 Hyundai Genesis (2015-2016) and Genesis G80 (2017-2020) vehicles are affected by a power seat motor fire risk.
• The power seat motor may overheat due to a stuck control switch, potentially causing a fire while parked or driving.
• Repairs are not yet available; owners will be notified by mail starting December 7, 2026, and should park vehicles outside until fixed.

Helpful answers

Recall Questions

What is the Hyundai Genesis recall about?

Certain 2015-2016 Hyundai Genesis vehicles have front power seat motors that may overheat due to a stuck control switch, increasing fire risk. Owners should park outdoors until repairs, which are pending, are completed.

Is my Hyundai Genesis affected, and how do I check?

The recall affects 2015-2016 Hyundai Genesis models and 2017-2020 Genesis G80 models, totaling 94,622 units. You can check your vehicle's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls starting October 13, 2026.

Is it safe to drive my Hyundai Genesis, and is the fix free?

Hyundai advises parking outdoors away from other vehicles until the repair is available. There is no current interim fix, and the repair will be free. Owner notification letters will be sent beginning December 7, 2026.

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Official Contacts

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What is Hyundai doing to fix the problem?

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